These are the best cities for coffee lovers in the U.S.

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For decades, coffee has been a way to start the day for many Americans. But coffee culture has expanded over the years, making it far more common to see someone drinking a fancy latte at 5 p.m.

Some cities are more suited for those who love a cup of joe. Personal finance website WalletHub compiled a ranking of the top cities for coffee lovers in the U.S., looking at factors like the number of coffee shops, percentage of coffee drinkers in the area and average prices.

Here are the top five coffee cities, according to WalletHub.

Seattle, Washington
New York City, New York
San Francisco, California
Portland, Oregon
Los Angeles, California

Seattle, where Starbucks debuted in 1971, topped the list.

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Want to check out the offerings in each city? Here are some of the best coffee spots in each one according to Yelp reviews.